Minolta XG-1 User Manual

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MAIN FEATURES
Fail-safe electronic exposure system
Incorporating many of the features devel-
op ed for Minolta 's top electronic cameras, the
XG-1 covers a
wide range of photographic
conditions. Its electronic shutter which auto-
matically locks to prevent overexposure and
electromagnetic shutter release with unique
touch switch metering add to the handl ing ease
of th e camera.
The XG -1 's system features:
•
Full automatic exposure by stepless shutter
speeds from 1/ 1000 to 1 sec. plus full
manual settings.
•
Electromagnetic shutter release.
•
Unique "Touch switch" metering.
• Shutter -release lock prevents overexposure
when light is over meter 's range or battery
power low.
• Two tiny silver-oxide batteries as power
source.
Solid -state information viewfinder
• Focusing can be done in three ways : By the
split-image spot or microprism focusing aid
or on the matte field.
• Automatic shutter speeds, indicated by
LED's are visible while you view.
•
LED at "60" position blinks at flash-ready
signal
when X-series Auto Electroflashes are
attached and charged.
Easy
handling controls
Lightweight and compact, the XG-1 is hu-
man engineered to fit the user's hands for
smooth operation :
•
Smooth short stroke film advance.
• Large, easy-to-adjust shutter-speed
dial.
• "Soft-touch" electromagnetic shutter
release.
• Curve
formed body with cushioned body
grip .
•
Minolta bayonet lens mount with large
release
button.
• Balanced winder operation.

Minolta XG-1 Specifications

General

Lens Mount	Minolta MD
Exposure Metering	Center-weighted average
Flash Sync	1/60 sec
Type	35mm SLR
Shutter Speed	1 sec - 1/1000 sec, Bulb
Film Speed	ASA 25-1600
Viewfinder	Fixed eye-level pentaprism
Battery	Two 1.5V LR44 or SR44